Marcus Rashford is pushing for a transfer to Barcelona following his turbulent loan at Aston Villa and a fierce fallout with Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim.
Tensions between Rashford and Amorim exploded during a heated training ground clash, with the manager reportedly banishing Rashford from team sessions and telling him to “find a new club.” The England international, once a symbol of United’s academy success, now finds himself sidelined and eager to leave.
After scoring four goals and providing six assists in 17 matches on loan at Villa, Rashford returned to United hoping to reestablish himself — only to face Amorim’s strict standards. The Portuguese coach deemed Rashford’s commitment insufficient, enforcing a solo training regime that club insiders say was designed to push Rashford towards the exit.
Barcelona, now led by Hansi Flick, are monitoring the situation closely. The Catalan side is in the market for versatile attackers and believe Rashford, who can operate across the front line, could thrive in La Liga’s more technical style.However, Rashford’s £325,000-a-week wages pose a significant obstacle for Barcelona, who may explore a loan-to-buy formula, especially if they offload players like Ferran Torres, Ansu Fati, or Raphinha.
Sources close to Rashford reveal he is “keen” on a Camp Nou switch, with informal discussions already opened. His social media activity — notably removing “Manchester United” from his bio — further signals his desire to move on.
Amorim remains firm, preferring to promote youth over retaining an uncommitted senior player. Rashford is now unlikely to join United’s pre-season tour, with his representatives seeking resolution before July ends.
A Barcelona move, once improbable, could now offer Rashford the fresh start his career desperately needs.
